Close your eyes and imagine a corporate workspace.

You’re walking down the isles of cubicles, and there is mostly silence aside from the sound of keys clicking. The fluorescent lights flicker, and the lack of natural light is depressing.

No one is talking, you can tell they’ve been working for hours on end, and you notice that most people look stressed, unhealthy, and unhappy. You’re thinking to yourself, “These guys could seriously use a Health Coach, like me!”

Times are changing within the corporate workspace, and the results are thrilling!

Companies now realize that to keep a vibrant company culture, minimize employee sickness (which only leads to days missed and projects behind schedule), and truly support their employees’ success, they must make health and wellness a part of their company benefits.

Don’t just take our word for it, let’s check out the stats…

WELLNESS IN THE WORKPLACE STATS

• 89% of workers at companies that promote health and wellness would recommend their company as a wonderful place to work.
• 61% of employees admit that they have made healthier lifestyle choices because of their company’s workplace wellness programs.
• 38% of employees that participated in their company’s wellness programs said it resulted in fewer sick days.
• 91% of employees at companies that offer wellness programs reported that they feel more motivated to do their best work.
• Employers that offer wellness in the workplace programs report: employee satisfaction increased by 67%, productivity is up by 66%, and their employee sick days are down by 50%.
• 62% of participants who took advantage of their companies wellness program saw their healthcare costs lower.

You’re probably wondering where you (as the amazing coach you are) play a role in this wellness in the workplace equation.

Feel free to do the exact math, but from our quick calculations, there is some serious opportunity for you to work with companies as a Corporate Wellness Coach, doing what you love and what you’re already a rock star at!

Read on to learn three ways you can work with companies to offer their employees a wellness program that rocks!

HOW TO MAKE YOUR MARK AS A COACH WITH CORPORATE WELLNESS

1. ONE BIG HAPPY CORPORATE FAMILY

Rally up the whole crew and have some fun! Offering a wellness program in a group setting is a great way to reach a ton of employees at one time, build community within the company, and get them fired up. Keeping the current restrictions many businesses face as a result of COVID-19, virtual group sessions can be an even more valuable experience as many employees are feeling disconnected.

Try offering a group session as a luncheon, activity, or online meet-up. Here’s how…

• Offer a healthy cooking class.
• Workout or stretch with them.
• Show them how to meditate.
• Help them create a food prep plan.

There are literally thousands of different ways you can hold a group session. And when you’re not hosting a group session, consider providing them equipment to enhance their at-home workouts.

The bonus of working with all their employees at one time is that you now have the opportunity to turn them into one-on-one clients! Be sure you grab their emails so you can stay in touch with them and upsell them on your personalized coaching.

2. GET UP CLOSE AND PERSONAL

Time to get up close and personal! Many companies are now hiring coaches to work with their employees on an individual basis. This is a great way to help each employee develop a personalized plan for improved health!

As you build a relationship with these employees, you’ll find they often want to hire you outside of work as their coach, or they will refer you to their friends and family.

3. WORK SMARTER NOT HARDER

Our guess is that many of you already have an online health coaching program, and if you don’t, you may want to consider it!

Here’s why…

Many companies are looking for an online solution to their wellness program, especially during these uncertain times. If you already have a top-notch online program, you become their solution! This is a great way to leverage your program and work smarter, not harder.

Here’s another excellent opportunity to upsell! Once you have them using your online program, you can offer them the chance to hire you for group sessions or one-on-one coaching (in-person or online).

Because they already love you (of course they do!), it’ll be an easy upsell!

MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN THE WORKPLACE

You, and all your magical, unicorn-like, holistic health coaching powers, can make such a difference in the lives of so many by offering workplace wellness programs.

One of the most satisfying things about this is that these employees begin to make massive changes not only in their lives but also the lives of their family!

By offering one of the options mentioned above, or a hybrid of them, you can reach so many who need your help, and make a great income while making a difference!

THE NEXT STEP

Begin by pulling together all you currently offer and tweaking it to fit a workplace wellness layout. Once you have that put together, start to reach out to companies in your area.

Meet with them one-on-one and share your ideas with them. You’ll find they want you to come with the plans for their program!

Have fun, be bold, and spread health and wellness around like glitter!

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